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North
Carolina Museum of Art
Don't miss the stunning new NC Museum of Art! In 2010, this
important Southern art institution reopened in a new home - a 65,000 square foot modernist
marvel that has gotten rave reviews. The wide ranging collection
includes the
Southeast's finest collection of Old Master paintings, works by 20th
century African American artists and
an African art gallery. Don't miss the Museum Store and and
lunch at Iris, the museum's restaurant, while there.
2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh NC
(919) 839-6262 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 45 Minutes
The Nasher Museum of Art
at Duke University
This striking museum opened in 2005, strategically placed between
Duke University's East and West campuses, and was designed by
architect Rafael Viñoly as a cultural hub for this major research
university. Pavilions surrounding a light-filled central courtyard
covered by a canopy of glass and steel house its permanent
collection and a wide range of temporary exhibitions. Facilities
also include a café, auditorium and classrooms. This beautiful new
home to Duke's art collection has quickly become an important
cultural institution in the Triangle.
2001 Campus Drive, Durham NC
(919) 684-5135 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 30 Minutes
Ackland Art Museum
Established in 1958 through the bequest of William Hayes Ackland,
this fine arts museum has a broad range of art ranging from
ancient Egyptian to the present. The strong collection of sculptures
and paintings from the nineteenth century include works by Rodin,
Degas and Delacroix. The modern art collection includes works by
such artists as Andy Warhol and James Rosenquist. The museum has
sculpture, paintings, photographs, an extensive print collection,
and a room furnished with English and American period furniture.
South Columbia Street, Chapel Hill NC
(919) 966-5736 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 15 Minutes
Visual
Art Exchange
Over 400 artist/members state nine or more art exhibitions per year to foster the careers of artists
of all levels.
325 Blake Street, Raleigh NC
(919) 828-7834 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 40 Minutes
Artspace
A 30,000 square foot community center for the visual and performing
arts, Artspace is located in the Old Sanders Ford Building.
Galleries and working artist studios are open for sales, tours and
demonstrations.
201 East Davie Street, Raleigh NC
(919) 821-2787 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 40 Minutes
PlayMakers Repertory Company
One of the best regional theaters in the country, Playmakers is the
professional theater in residence at The University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill. Its 55,000 square foot home houses two
theaters that explore both the classics and the modern stage.
Chapel Hill, NC
(919) 962-7529 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 15 Minutes
North
Carolina Theatre
The only professional, not-for-profit theater in the state, The
North Carolina Theatre produces large-scale Broadway musicals with
North Carolina and national talent.
1 East South Street, Raleigh NC
(919) 831-6950 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 60 Minutes
North Carolina School Of The Arts
The first state-supported arts school in the nation, the school
sponsors as many as 200 public theater, music and dance performances
by students, faculty and visiting artists every year. Call the
Stevens Center box office for a weekly events update.
200 Waughtown, Winston-Salem NC
(336) 770-3399 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
North Carolina Symphony
The state-supported North Carolina Symphony performs hundreds of
times a year, and nearly two-thirds of those concerts are free
programs for the state’s school children. They symphony offers three
concert series a year and features many guest performers.
4361 Lassiter at North Hills Avenue, Raleigh NC
(919) 733-2750 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 40 Minutes |
Southeastern Center for Contemporary Arts
This is one of the state’s foremost art collections, located in the
former home or James G. Hanes, textiles industrialist. The stately
English manor house with its large contemporary wing has over 10,000
feet of exhibit space.
750 Marguerite Drive, Winston-Salem NC
(336) 725-1904 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
North Carolina Museum of History
The museum explores the state's
past and its people through a variety of exhibits. Special programs
feature crafts, music concerts, family events and
more. Admission is free.
5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh NC
(919) 807-7900 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 40 minutes
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
The Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, one of the largest
planetariums in the United States, was the first planetarium to open in the South when
it started in 1949. Located in downtown Chapel Hill on
scenic Franklin Street, the planetarium features a 68-foot, domed
Star Theater with a Zeiss Model VI Star Projector. The facility also
houses a digital video theater, scientific exhibits, classrooms, a
visitor's center, art galleries, a rose garden and a massive
sundial.
250 E. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC
(919) 962-1236 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 15 minutes
North Carolina State Capitol
Building
Built between 1833 and 1840, this National Historic Landmark is one
of the best-preserved examples of a civic building in Greek
Revival-style architecture. It originally housed the governor's
office, cabinet offices, legislative chambers, state library and
state geologist's office. Currently, the governor maintains an
office on the first floor. The other restored areas of the Capitol
are open to the public.
1 East Edenton St., Raleigh NC
(919) 733-4994
Drive Time From Fearrington: 40 minutes
North Carolina Museum of Life and Science
This is a superb place to take children, or explore for yourself!
Situated on 78 acres, it has a variety of exhibits featuring
dinosaurs, reptiles, live animals, aerospace and a science arcade.
You can travel the prehistoric trail, or take a ride on the Ellerbee
Creek Railroad through the wildlife area. Located just a few miles
from Duke campus.
433 Murray Avenue (Duke Street exit from I-85), Durham NC
(919) 220-5429 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 30 Minutes
Executive Mansion
This fine Victorian-style mansion, home to N.C. governors since
1891, once was described by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt as
having "the most beautiful governor's residence interior in
America." Built from native North Carolina materials, it has been
occupied by 26 governors' families. Artwork by North Carolina artists -- including wooden
sculptures by Clyde Jones, and birdbaths by Virginia Bullman --
accents garden areas.
200 North Blount Street, Raleigh NC
(919) 733-3456
Drive Time From Fearrington: 45 Minutes
North Carolina State
Museum of Natural
Sciences
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences includes 70,000 square
feet of walk-through environments. Four floors of exhibits feature
four great whales, the world's only Acrocanthosaurus -- better known
as the "Terror of the South" -- and Willo, the dinosaur with a
heart! Using a cutting-edge exhibit technique, live animals are
included in exhibits throughout the museum. Exhibits look at the
natural world through the distinct lens of North Carolina's diverse
geography, geology, plants and animals.
11 West Jones Street, Raleigh NC
(919) 733-7450 -
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Drive Time From Fearrington: 40 Minutes
Mordecai House & Historic
Park
One of Raleigh’s most fascinating historic landmarks, Mordecai House
is the earliest example of neoclassical architecture in the city.
Plantation owner Joel Lane sold the 1,000 acres to the city of
Raleigh for its beginnings as the state capital, and his descendants
lived in the stately Greek Revival house for nearly 150 years, until
it became a historic site in 1930. There are several other buildings
in his historic park, including the Andrew Johnson birthplace, the
first Raleigh post office, a plantation chapel, and an old law
office, all of which were moved from other locations.
1 Mimosa Street (off Old Wake Forest), Raleigh NC
(919) 857-4364
Drive Time From Fearrington: 50 Minutes |
